Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 #1 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Depending on internet speeds I will try and post some observations on the Freedom this week. I've been told that connection speeds in the cabins are spotty, and since we are in an Aft JS, I'm not holding out much hope. This is also our first return to the Freedom since her drydock. I have also been told that last week, she set a new occupancy record, it will probably only get more packed as the summer goes on. I imagine a plethora of young girls glued to their IPhones hogging bandwidth. Anyway this is our 30th anniversary cruise, we are D+, which is why i have the 96 hours in the title, and i have never even used the internet onboard so wish me luck. The plan is to log on to (2) 48 hour windows and see how that works. Most of my access will be via my HTC smartphone, but I may also try and use my clunky Chromebook. Pictures will probably be low res from phone since i'm not sure how long it will take to post to Shutterfly and then add the images. The plan is to post on days 2-3, and 5-6. We are on a Western route and I may change depending on the ports, I may also post this afternoon using our lovely 4G cell towers. Things that I am interested in are as follows: the new sundeck in what used to be St Tropez drink prices, lets kick that dead horse some more :eek: overall crowding of the ship Diamond lounge vibe our Aft JS BarefootBeach cabana, I hope i can get one:o if anyone wants to join in the journey, welcome TTFN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #2 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Here are a few pics that i have on Shutterfly View from CB of departure last week The new sundeck taken on a very expensive helicopter tour this spring Freedom at T1 this morning. view is from our condo, just south of Ron Jons Rocket launch from the Cape. we should have one around 10:30 next week when we return for those not rushing to airport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules815 Posted June 21, 2015 #3 Share Posted June 21, 2015 I'll be following along. Thanks for taking the time to post. Enjoy your week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted June 21, 2015 #4 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Also if you have time, and can ask about the newest kept secret.... ....what are the changes to suite perks......... Have a safe trip. Look forward to your post. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #5 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Any suggestions on who I should quiz on that topic? Some have said that HD is notoriously uninformed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #6 Share Posted June 21, 2015 First crisis averted. I just noticed I had not yet applied the notorious luggage tags. Quick fix and all is well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted June 21, 2015 #7 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Looking forward to your review John. Please let us know how many folks are wearing shorts in the MDR at dinner, and most importantly, how many of those are dress shorts.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #8 Share Posted June 21, 2015 First crisis averted. I just noticed I had not yet applied the notorious luggage tags. Quick fix and all is well Forgot to attach picture. This may be a common theme since I am unaware of how to post pictures in a new post. I only see how to do it in a reply Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #9 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Best investment in cruise gear ever. Insulated wine bag. Holds two Riesling, two red bulls, and four Cokes. Should stay chilled until we get to cabin. Then I transfer to beer bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Best investment in cruise gear ever. Insulated wine bag. Holds two Riesling, two red bulls, and four Cokes. Should stay chilled until we get to cabin. Then I transfer to beer bag. Pics for above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules815 Posted June 21, 2015 #11 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Hate to beat another dead horse, but you could check if they ever did put cushions back on the suite balcony furniture? Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #12 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Hate to beat another dead horse, but you could check if they ever did put cushions back on the suite balcony furniture? Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk Sure, I meant to include that in my initial post. We look down on President suite. Will try and see GS and OS from pool deck. JS also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #13 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Hate to beat another dead horse, but you could check if they ever did put cushions back on the suite balcony furniture? Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk I am also curious about JS's with shallow balconies getting loungers. Inquiring minds want to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules815 Posted June 21, 2015 #14 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Sure, I meant to include that in my initial post. We look down on President suite. Will try and see GS and OS from pool deck. JS also Thanks! Have a great cruise! p.s. Really envious of that view from your condo! Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lyban Posted June 21, 2015 #15 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Looking forward to this review. Thanks for taking the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #16 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Hate to beat another dead horse, but you could check if they ever did put cushions back on the suite balcony furniture? Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk President has blue cushions. Our aft, not so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #17 Share Posted June 21, 2015 BTW, posting from WJ bar with T-Mobile cell coverage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #18 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Looking forward to your review John. Please let us know how many folks are wearing shorts in the MDR at dinner, and most importantly, how many of those are dress shorts.;) Will do, nice to hear from you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #19 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Thanks! Have a great cruise! p.s. Really envious of that view from your condo! Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk This was the morning shot of the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #20 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Just ordered a Newcastle, let's see if it's $5.50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules815 Posted June 21, 2015 #21 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Very nice view! I just thought of another question. Any craft beers onboard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #22 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Just ordered a Newcastle, let's see if it's $5.50 It was, but sales tax was included. :mad: oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #23 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Very nice view! I just thought of another question. Any craft beers onboard? Will try and check pub later. Muster soon. BTW, lots of announcements over intercom. :( 4G not good in cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #24 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Carnival Sensation just passed by. The add on balconies are odd looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 21, 2015 Author #25 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Carnival Sensation just passed by. The add on balconies are odd looking. Just had announcement that WiFi is not working, satellite issues. Lots of announcements. I posted this once all ready. Apologies if previous one appears. Man it's hot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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